Need some constructive criticism on my first commercial

Discussion in 'General Marketing' started by finalstep, Jun 2, 2012.

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    [h=1]I just got done making the small budget version of my company's first video ad and would like some feedback before i start advertising it. I'm not trying to sell anything here, but if this is against the rules please remove the post. Any advice regarding the actual presentation, acting of anyone involved, video editing, etc is appreciated. Keep in mind the ad is meant for males and will be promoted that way, so yes i realize it may not appeal to everyone.

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QagB7S56i5A

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    finalstep, Jun 2, 2012 IP
  2. jasond188

    jasond188 Greenhorn

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    Okay I Would Say The Video Is To Long .... The Girl HoolaHooping And The Girl On The Pole Part Is Strange , No Credibility.
     
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  3. finalstep

    finalstep Peon

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    do you have any trouble understanding the spanish chick? and would you say you actually remember what the ad was about 20 minutes later or are the girls the only thing that sticks in your head
     
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  4. finalstep

    finalstep Peon

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    well it's supposed to be an attention grabber. if i just talk the whole time it will be boring and people will click out. the girls go with the theme/shock factor
     
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  5. Laceygirl

    Laceygirl Notable Member

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    Well, You need to knock out the echo in the room where you are speaking into and get rid of the girls.

    People who are into marketing and business consulting are not going to be interested in bikini girls. Its kind of like a pet store selling bbguns on the side...It doesn't work.
     
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  6. finalstep

    finalstep Peon

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    good point on the echo i didn't notice that

    well i'm providing the marketing and consulting, i'm targeting like website owners, etc. i don't wanna just do a video of myself talking my services, everyone does that and i have before but i wanted to make something that would really stand out. and my primary goal is to get people interested in having something similar developed for them.
     
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    Laceygirl Notable Member

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    If you want to knock out the echo you can hid Styrofoam sheets in the room and it'll really help.

    I understand the concept of using attraction to sell which it fine but typically unless its a main attraction to your service you should keep it very light. Companies like insurance, etc will throw a cute girl in but just for some pointless catch line like "the girl is attracted to the guy who is getting insurance with them". Or something like that.

    This pole dnacing thing. I don't know if a serious company is going to take you seriously.
     
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  8. finalstep

    finalstep Peon

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    oh i know that but this really is meant for a specific audience. like i deal with owners of online casinos, dating sites, music sites, etc. this ad is not meant to attract big companies, i have more serious promotions for that.
     
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    Laceygirl Notable Member

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    oh, then you got it right.
     
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